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Pondipondi Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pondipondi Lighthouse

Also known as: Pondipondi (Pulau Tambun)

This square skeletal tower stands 20 meters tall and emits a white flash every 4 seconds. Its focal height reaches 84 meters, providing a geographic range of 23.1 nautical miles. Located on Pulau Tambun, a small island northeast of Pulau Peleng, this active light is near the port of Banggai, which is 23.1 kilometers away. The site is open to visitors, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This light warns ships navigating the waters around Pulau Tambun, a small island off Pulau Peleng, providing an aid to navigation for vessels traversing this remote Indonesian archipelago.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
84m
Geographic Range
23.1NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-1.2155°
Longitude
123.4105°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Banggai(23.1 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1567.6
NGA No.
25275.58

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white

Structure: square skeletal tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pondipondi Lighthouse at night?+
Pondipondi displays the characteristic Fl White 4s. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Pondipondi Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pondipondi Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Banggai at 23.1 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Luwuk (40 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pondipondi Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pondipondi Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
How can I track vessels near Pondipondi Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pondipondi Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.